Challenges Faced By Protech Residents During Recent Pandemic 

Challenges Faced By Protech Residents During Recent Pandemic 

Protech residents speak about their experience during Covid-19 and how it impacted life at Protech Societies


The pandemic of 2019 has affected a huge chunk of the population globally. While many lost their lives, there are others struggling with their own sets of challenges. Loss of job, deteriorating health, loss of social life… the list goes on. This is a global health crisis that has disrupted the lives of each living being on Earth. The story goes somewhat the same for the residents of Protech Group’s multiple residential societies and its residents. One of our notable residents of Protech Harkanan, Mr. Pabitra Margherita, who is a state BJP spokesperson as well as producer and actor known for movies like Jonbai, Jonbai 2 and Tumi Mur Mathu Mur, shared –

“Apart from being a political worker, I am also a film worker. But with the rising cases of Covid-19, it affected the industry greatly as all productions were stopped. Though my professional front was affected, I ensured to give divert my time for the needy and offered every possible help to them during the period.”

The impact of Covid-19 also got families together. With the necessity of the work from home culture adapted by maximum companies right from the start, people started to spend more time inside cooking, reading, talking, eating and so on. For instance, one of our residents from Protech Park, Mr. Sunil Garg who lives in a joint family, shared,

-“It was good spending time with them after a long break. Financial crisis and tensions were handled together. I also lost weight as I could focus on exercise and my grocery business was handled properly. My family and I could follow satsung guru as well with all precautions taken with utmost care.”

Protech Group ensured that each member of our different residential societies followed the necessary precautions. We made it a point to make the availability of every basic necessity for our residents with the assistance of frontline workers. Many of our residents are also a part of the brave healthcare warriors. Dr. Ranjib Kumar Baruah from Protech Pearl said,

“Being doctors, we have Covid-19 duties. Our lives changed, we had to wear PPE kits, work 7 days a week and maintain 7 days quarantine. It became impossible to predict what will and can happen within seconds. Unlike others, we never had the option to work for home and had to go for our duties and ensure that we maintained a distance from our child.”

What the residents of different Protech societies had to say about their experience during Covid-19

While the pandemic has shattered the lives of many and we are still under crisis, all individuals made it a point to stay indoors and maintain the essential sanitation protocol. Right from wearing masks every time they stepped out to sanitize their hands and temperature check before entering their respective societies, every protocol was maintained. We tried to learn from residents of different Protech societies about their experience and how they coped with the pandemic. Here’s what they shared

Protech Bimla 
 

  1. H. Othello Sharma“We took safety precautions, wore a mask, used sanitiser and didn’t go out of the house unless extremely necessary.” 
  2. Reema Goswami“The pandemic affected us a lot. Nobody was allowed to step out or in for 2-3 months. We were thankful that at least cell phones exist today through which we could connect with our near and dear ones virtually. However, being a teacher (SSA), it was pretty difficult to work from home plus my salary has been deducted for cost-cutting procedures.” 

Protech Heritage 

  1. Satya Sadhya Saikia“We followed all the guidelines and necessary precautions and didn’t step out of the house. 
  2. Nitushmita Goswami (Lawyer at Guwahati High Court): “Our wants were limited to roti, kapda and makaan. I believe that we should avoid certain expenses and contact our near and dear ones virtually. It is good that we are still maintaining the precautions inside the society as the pandemic isn’t over yet.” 
  3. Sujata Gohain“We followed protocols, maintained personal hygiene and adapted to the new social life. Fortunately, we were not affected economically as I am under govt sector and the work went on and off.” 

 
Protech Park  

  1. Deepjyoti Konwar: “There was a downfall in the economy and Covid-19 gave rise to unemployment. But we had to keep our health at check and hence, all precautions were used. The government is doing its best to contain the spread and has been providing us full support.” 

Protech Pearl 

  1. Kakali Hazarika: “Covid-19 had been a tension. During the initial rise, I made sure to stay at home and isolated myself when necessary. All my social relations were decreased. The entire experience of Covid-19 has been a bad experience, but I feel blessed that there has been no problem in my job.” 
     
  2. Arati Talukdar: “It has been okay I can say. I am following all the necessary steps and taking every required precaution.”

Why Covid-19 was a phase of mixed experiences

2020 was also a year wherein the hidden talents of many people were introduced. While some took into painting and DIYs, many others learned to cook and welcome the practice of gardening. One of our residents from Protech Park, Dr. Anjali Goswami, shared, “Being old, it was hard dealing with the contagious disease. I took all the precautions and essentials were managed for livelihood. Most of my time was managed in kitchen gardening and reading books and the best part was that I learned to write poems during the lockdown.” 

While taking precautions and following the required guidelines throughout, one of our residents at Protech Pelican, Mr. Partha Sarathi Dowerah, was unfortunately infected with the virus. He was admitted in Excel Care Hospital and his positive thoughts even after the battle are inspiring: “It was an excellent experience. Don’t fear when you think there is a change in your body. You should not panic. Everything with go on with time.”

Way forward

The safety of our residents is the foremost priority of Protech Group. Hence, we take every possible measure to keep our customers safe and protected. Right from building earthquake-resistant buildings to efficiently managing safety protocols in the need of the hour, we at Protech promise you a comfortable, safe and happy stay throughout.

Building Better Homes

Building Better Homes

Latest Technologies in Constructing Protech Buildings

It goes without saying that with the advancement of technology, every aspect of living for every living being has drastically changed. And the hypothesis here is that such advancement has led to various sectors enhance their methods of business. This stands absolutely true to one of the largest industries in the world – Real estate. The name “Protech” is curated from the two powerful words that define advancement – Progress and Technology. Protech Group is highly dedicated to the use of the latest technologies desired by the human race to live a comfortable and lavish lifestyle.

A quick summary of the latest technology implemented in our construction sites

We are an establishment committed to think, implement and execute results that suit the current needs of our customers. Anybody investing in a property today looks for modern amenities, implementation of efficient materials and every other luxury needed to lead a comfortable life. Protech Group thoroughly utilizes a wide selection of such technologies that enhances both the construction and living procedures. Allow us to give you a better insight into our process by understanding some of the major technologies that our experts have been using: 

  1. Mivan Technology: Also known as “Mivan shuttering,” the mivan technology works wonders to strengthen the various sections of a building with a smooth finish. The use of aluminium formworks further contributes to a building’s durability along with speeding up the roof casting and dynamic pile load testing. While shuttering is the process of efficiently holding the temporary moulds (plywood) of wet concrete in the early stage, formwork includes the comprehensive process of the entire construction procedure. 
  2. Digital Level Marker: Positioning and levelling the various elements in any given space is an intricate job. It demands accurate alignment with the perfection to be comfortably used. Hence, Protech Group’s experts ensure the use of digital level markers. The markers are designed to install and fix different objects including sockets, railings and floor skirtings in perfect alignments. 
  3. AAC Blocks: Lightweight and durable, each property of Protech Group is constructed with Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) blocks. Unlike bricks, AAC blocks emit less heat due to the less presence of steel, concrete and cement making them ideal for the humid weather of Assam. Additionally, AAC blocks boast high sound insulating properties which absorb sound coming from the outside. 
  4. In-House Concrete Batching Plant: It is always quality that one seeks and we at Protech Group are committed to serving you with the best of quality in properties. We take pride in sharing with you that we will be using an in-house concrete batching plant for better quality control of our residential properties. Each concrete mix will be carefully evaluated by our experts before they receive a go-to for the construction.

Road-map to a safer future

The increasing potential of being able to grow as one of the leading real estate experts in Assam is our constant research and implementation of the latest technologies. We make sure that our construction material passes our rigid test for which we have built an in-house lab for grade testing of building materials. Incorporating the best of technologies is our way of ensuring a safe home that endures time and weather. In our 15 years of business, Protech Group has readily accepted the changes and commits to accept further for the betterment of the state.

7 Simple Tips to keep your home cool in summer

7 Simple Tips to keep your home cool in summer

Keeping your home cool in summer can be super challenging if you live in a tropical country like India. Indian summers are undoubtedly very uncomfortable during the peak months i.e June, July, and August! Regulating the heat is a requirement and not a luxury.

In theory, the laziest way to keep you cool is to use an air-conditioner 24*7 and never go out in the sun. But it is practically impossible to do so. You have to go out anyway, use an umbrella, lather some sunscreen, and do your work.

But no matter where you go, at the end of the day, you’ll come home. And most importantly, you’d want to be at peace. So, what are the simplest ways to keep your home cool in summer? Read the full blog to learn some ways to do so.

1. Keep the sunlight out to keep your home cool in summer

The bare glass windows contribute a lot to the indoor heat of a house. To cut off the heat resulting from direct sunlight falling into them, use blackout curtains and blinds very strategically. Blinds are very helpful and the best part is that you can get many varieties such as bamboo, mesh, PVC, and many more. You must let in fresh air and sunlight but the best time to do that is during the mornings.

To keep your house cool in summer, you must refrain from opening the windows or letting the light in during the peak sunny hours. For example, the afternoons. A better fix would be to use reflective films on your windows that will ward off excess sunlight, as well as UV rays.

2. Switch off or minimize the use of large appliances to keep your home cool in summer

Appliances use electricity and generate heat. To keep your home cool in summer, you must occasionally switch off some of them when it is too hot outside. TV, printer, computer, laptops, etc are some of the most common appliances that contribute to heat buildup.

3. Stay cool from inside along with keeping your home cool in summer

While you take steps to keep your house cool in summer, don’t forget to hydrate yourself and eat foods that naturally cool down your body. Sip homemade lemonades, buttermilk, Rooh Afza, or anything you like. Also, try to avoid soft drinks and packaged juices because they are mostly sugar water!

 4. Replace AC with a cooler to keep your home cool in summer on a budget

An air cooler is a slightly economical alternative to an air conditioner. It is portable, versatile, and low maintenance but keeps your home cool in summer pretty well. You can opt for desert coolers that barely consume 200 kW of power and have high air delivery and wider air throw.

5. Solar reflective paints on walls

You can coat your walls or your roof with light-coloured paints to keep your home cool in summer. Since light-coloured surfaces reflect sunlight, the heat gets controlled up to a great extent.

6. Build a Rooftop Garden to keep your home cool in summer

Having a garden on your rooftop is awesome if you wish to keep your home cool in summer. It is a slightly difficult thing to get started with, but it will pay off during the scorching months. Having a greenhouse garden would be a great idea if you are committed.

Firstly, the greenery obstructs direct sunlight. Secondly, the garden soil acts as a natural insulator. However, you need to plan your home construction better if you want to have a rooftop garden. The roof needs to be waterproof.

7. Houseplants and vertical garden helps in keeping your home cool in summer

Although the term “vertical garden” may be new for some, almost everyone has seen pictures of houses with many indoor plants and creepers. Although some people take it too far, having green walls in specific places can help reduce the overall heat inside the house.

Strategic placement of such walls in AC-installed rooms will be very helpful in cutting down your electricity bills to some extent. The plants will lower the temperature around it and in this way; even air conditioners will need lesser energy to keep your home cool in summer. To read a little more about vertical gardens, you can search the term on Google or read an article on it by clicking here.

Hopefully, the information in our blog was helpful. Do not forget to implement some of the tips this summer. Also, check out our blog again because we upload interesting posts frequently.

 

About Protech Group:

Protech prioritizes delivering spectacular and convenient real estate projects in both residential and commercial sectors. If you want to buy commercial and residential properties in Guwahati, Assam, Protech Group is your ultimate solution.

Our years of experience in the real estate industry and understanding of the market allow us to introduce you to the best in the city.

To know more, you can connect with our experts today by clicking here. We also hope that you enjoyed this read. Don’t forget to check out our blog again soon. 

7 Greatest Advantages of living in gated communities

7 Greatest Advantages of living in gated communities

Gated communities are residential properties that are characterized by the presence of protective walls surrounding them along with having restrictive entrances. The access to the area is monitored closely. Gated communities are located in almost every type of location, no matter small or big cities. Although it creates an impression that they are always more posh and expensive than non-gated communities, it is not necessarily true. It is just a better way of planning a real-estate property. It provides a lot of advantages to the inmates over other kinds of properties.

7 Greatest Advantages of living in gated communities

Let us discuss the 7 greatest advantages of living in a gated community. Why is it considered safer and more convenient than a non-gated community? Let us try to answer the question.

1. Safety and Security

The first and the foremost advantage of residing in gated communities is of course better security. Gated properties are physically demarcated from the surrounding area or locality with walls and have a monitored entrance. This automatically reduces the chances of intruders getting in. Due to this, a person trusts a gated community more than a non-gated community.

2. Extra privacy

Gated communities can be super-exclusive, depending on location, who the builders are, or what type of people is the company targeting. Protech Tarun Nagar in Guwahati is one such exclusive property. Some of the most expensive apartments in Protech Tarun Nagar even have a private lift with no means for any other person to access it. So if you are conscious about your privacy, you can easily choose to live in such a setting.

3. Sense of community

Gated communities offer a great chance to socialize and feel united as a community. In many of them, there are well-rounded facilities to go out on walks, recreational centers, gyms, swimming pools, etc. All these provide a chance to spend enough time together. People can have parties, go on walks with neighbors, celebrate a festival together, and many more. As a social being, communication brings people closer.

4. No solicitors

Many of the gated communities do not allow any unauthorized entry. Depending on how strict they are on this, you can be assured that you are much safer than living in a non-gated community.

5. No traffic

As gated communities only allow the inmates and limited guests to enter the area, there are fewer chances of pollution and noisiness. It is not uncommon for gated communities to be much quieter than the surrounding area. It is very good for our children and pets who can play freely without the fear of accidents.

6. Better property value and ROI

Although it is not necessary that a gated community would be super expensive, they might be priced a little higher. But you can be assured that it is worth investing because ultimately the ROI is higher. You get better security, a better resale rate, and whatnot! The only thing about gated communities is that you just have to pay a maintenance fee from time to time.

It might look like an unnecessary recurring expense but in case something in your apartment needs major repair, this fund would be utilized. You would not have to spend your own money (If you are fortunate, you will definitely find such property for yourself)

7. Eco-friendly

Gated communities are usually planned properties with a good amount of green space. The dedicated green space automatically increases the eco-friendliness of society. Whether you love morning or evening walks, you can retreat into the greenery every once in a while. Children will also be happy to find a place to run around. It is way superior to a concrete jungle.

 

Thank you for reading till the end. By now you probably understand why people preferably go for gated communities. So, what do you think of it now? Under favorable conditions, would you prefer choosing a protected property over a non-gated one for your family?

About Protech Group:

We at Protech make constant endeavors to help build better properties in both the residential and commercial sectors in Guwahati.  All of our residential properties are gated with proper security systems. We ensure minimal wastage of resources during construction, especially water. Also, you will find a lot of Vastu-compliant properties in the catalog of Protech.

If you too are looking for commercial and residential properties in Guwahati, Assam, Protech Group is your solution. Our years of experience in the real estate industry and understanding of the market allow us to introduce you to the best in the city.

To know more, you can connect with our experts today by clicking here. We also hope that you enjoyed this read. Don’t forget to check out our blog again soon.

Household waste management – 6 easy ways to manage household waste effectively

Household waste management – 6 easy ways to manage household waste effectively

Proper Household waste management is a small but powerful step toward sustainability. The big picture looks seriously alarming with increasing consumerism and poor waste management. The rate at which millions of tonnes of garbage are being dumped into landfills is scary. Out of all that, 75% of waste is untreated. Acting indifferent to environmental concerns will not allow us to see how we could be unknowingly contributing to a future disaster episode.

6 easy and effective ways for household waste management

If every person consciously takes their household waste management project seriously, the world would be a much better place. The only thing is that it will not happen on its own. Before you start thinking about elaborate techniques, or the municipality, you can decide to make a change almost immediately by starting small. After all, the ocean may be large, but it too contains drops of water. Do not underestimate the value of small steps. Here are 6 easy and effective ways for household waste management.

1. Go paperless when you can

We all know that many trees are cut down every year in order to produce paper. Nothing can replace the feel of writing on clean, white paper. But the dark truth behind it cannot be denied. It is very important to minimize the usage of paper so that wastage is reduced. To write receipts, provide invoices, etc, we can use digital means easily. So the only mantra to stop papers from contributing to household waste is to go paperless wherever you can. Also, you should hand out old notebooks and newspapers to recycling shops.

2. Preparing compost from kitchen waste

Since most of the household wastes from the kitchen are perishable, they can easily be used to prepare eco-friendly and organic fertilizers for your garden. You can research composting techniques and choose one method to prepare food for your lovely garden soil. The best thing about it is that it is very easy and almost everyone can do it. It does not take up too much space as well. To read about various ways of preparing composting mixture, click here.

3. Segregation of degradable and non-degradable waste

It is very important to segregate degradable and non-degradable household waste for the sake of proper disposal. It is always best to have two different dustbins for the two broad categories of waste. It will make it easy for the municipality people as well. Perishable goods can be used to prepare organic manure as described above and the non-perishable items can be further categorized as recyclable and non-recyclable items.

4. Repurposing sturdy bottles and containers

Repurposing old boxes and containers is truly an art! You can either use them to store grains, spices, and biscuits in the kitchen. Or you can choose to do art and crafts with them. Both are win-win situations. Either way, things are not ending up in the landfill as waste, which is a great thing.

5. Donate items

Old clothes are a part of household waste too. Many people throw their unused clothes mindlessly in order to get rid of them. It is best to buy things responsively. But even if you end up owning a lot of stuff, you can choose to donate them. If you have a habit of buying lots of clothes, you probably own a lot more than you actually end up wearing. Find an orphanage or a thrift store and give away your old stuff. At least, someone will be very thankful.

6. Take the No-Plastic route

Plastic is easily one of the biggest enemies of the environment that exists today. Plastic items such as carry bags, polythenes, packaging materials, etc that end up in the soil stay there for years. They destroy the fertility of the soil and also look untidy. The best idea would be to switch to eco-friendly bags made of jute and other natural fibers. We must carry our own bags while shopping for groceries and other items.

Thus, we see that all these are really simple ways to manage some of our household waste. These do not take much time and effort. They only require a conscious effort toward making things happen. If every household does that to manage household waste, we could possibly minimize the piling of garbage around our homes and cities.

About Protech Group:

We at Protech make constant endeavors to help build better properties in both the residential and commercial sectors in Guwahati. We ensure minimal wastage of resources during construction, especially water. Also, we build a lot of Vastu compliant properties.

If you too are looking for a home or commecial space in Guwahati, Assam, Protech Group is your answer. Our years of experience in the real estate industry and understanding of the market allow us to introduce you to the best in the city.

To know more, you can connect with our experts today by clicking here. We also hope that you enjoyed this read. Don’t forget to check out our blog again soon.